Crime in Horsley Hill: statistics, rates and trends
1,075 crimes were recorded in Horsley Hill in the 12 months to July 2026, 110.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Horsley Hill at a glance
- Crime trends in Horsley Hill
- Types of crime in Horsley Hill
- Horsley Hill compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Horsley Hill
- What happened after crimes were reported in Horsley Hill
- Population and deprivation in Horsley Hill
- Questions about crime in Horsley Hill
- About this data
1,075 crimes were recorded in Horsley Hill in the 12 months to July 2026, 110.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 379 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Horsley Hill has the 993rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Horsley Hill | South Tyneside | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,075 | 15,836 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 110.9 | 104.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -15% | -1% |
| Population | 9,695 | 151,393 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Horsley Hill was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,518 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (1,048). Over the whole period it fell 0%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,075 | 110.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,158 | 119.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,518 | 156.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,341 | 138.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,183 | 122.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,249 | 128.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,048 | 108.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,082 | 111.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,080 | 111.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 126 |
| June 2026 | 82 |
| May 2026 | 125 |
| April 2026 | 95 |
| March 2026 | 78 |
| February 2026 | 58 |
| January 2026 | 26 |
| December 2025 | 71 |
| November 2025 | 87 |
| October 2025 | 89 |
| September 2025 | 109 |
| August 2025 | 129 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Horsley Hill over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson, other crime.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+46%) and other crime (+18%). The largest falls were in drugs (-73%) and burglary (-33%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 379 | 39.1 | 1.14 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 306 | 31.6 | 2.06 | +10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 104 | 10.7 | 1.58 | +13% |
| Public order | 61 | 6.3 | 0.95 | -28% |
| Shoplifting | 60 | 6.2 | 0.75 | +46% |
| Other crime | 39 | 4.0 | 1.90 | +18% |
| Other theft | 35 | 3.6 | 0.56 | -31% |
| Burglary | 29 | 3.0 | 0.85 | -33% |
| Vehicle crime | 25 | 2.6 | 0.52 | -22% |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 1.4 | 1.49 | +27% |
| Drugs | 8 | 0.8 | 0.25 | -73% |
| Robbery | 7 | 0.7 | 0.53 | -36% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.5 | 0.31 | -38% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.38 | -40% |
Violence and sexual offences in Horsley Hill
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Horsley Hill recorded 379 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (39.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 35.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Horsley Hill
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Horsley Hill recorded 306 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 28.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Horsley Hill
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Horsley Hill recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Horsley Hill
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Horsley Hill recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Horsley Hill
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Horsley Hill recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Horsley Hill
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Horsley Hill recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Horsley Hill
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Horsley Hill recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Horsley Hill
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Horsley Hill recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Horsley Hill
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Horsley Hill recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Horsley Hill
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Horsley Hill recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Horsley Hill
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Horsley Hill recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Horsley Hill
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Horsley Hill recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Horsley Hill
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Horsley Hill recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Horsley Hill
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Horsley Hill recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Horsley Hill, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Horsley Hill.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Horsley Hill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westoe | 595 | 79.0 | -29% |
| Harton | 576 | 70.1 | -37% |
| West Park | 1,081 | 140.4 | +27% |
| Beacon and Bents | 1,977 | 255.6 | +131% |
| Cleadon Park | 527 | 71.5 | -36% |
| Simonside and Rekendyke | 1,882 | 187.6 | +69% |
| Whiteleas | 781 | 91.5 | -17% |
| Biddick and All Saints | 965 | 111.3 | +0% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Horsley Hill over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 181 |
| On or near Woodbine Street | 66 |
| On or near Seafield Terrace | 63 |
| On or near Baltic Court | 40 |
| On or near St Cuthbert'S Avenue | 34 |
| On or near Cheshire Grove | 32 |
| On or near Redwell Lane | 31 |
| On or near Sydenham Terrace | 30 |
| On or near Dartford Road | 27 |
| On or near Nelson Avenue | 26 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Horsley Hill over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 306 | 28.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 295 | 27.4% |
| Under investigation | 230 | 21.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 212 | 19.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 0.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 4 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Local resolution | 1 | 0.1% |
Horsley Hill has an estimated population of 9,695. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Horsley Hill sits in decile 4.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Horsley Hill |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 64.9% |
| Social rented homes | 24.0% |
| Private rented homes | 11.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 19.6% |
Is Horsley Hill a safe place to live?
Horsley Hill recorded 110.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Horsley Hill?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 379 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (306).
Is crime in Horsley Hill going up or down?
Recorded crime in Horsley Hill was down 7% on the year before: 1,075 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,158 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Horsley Hill?
Horsley Hill is policed by Northumbria. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Horsley Hill. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.